Boreal/Taiga birding habitat

RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit)

Quebec · Canada

Habitat
Boreal/TaigaForest
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit) is a productive birding destination in Quebec, with 213 species recorded on eBird. This boreal/taiga and forest habitat attracts a wide variety of species among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

4/22/2026Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles1 observed

Field Sparrow

Spizella pusilla

4/22/2026Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles1 observed

Northern House Wren

Troglodytes aedon

4/22/2026Arboretum, Parcs de la Frayère et des Voiles1 observed

Common Gallinule

Gallinula galeata

4/15/2026Parc de conservation du Ruisseau-de-Feu1 observed

Brown Thrasher

Toxostoma rufum

4/14/202620 des Nations1 observed

Lesser Black-backed Gull

Larus fuscus

4/12/2026Traversée Sorel<->St-Ignace-de-Loyola1 observed

Cackling Goose

Branta hutchinsii

4/12/20263738–3848 Boul de la Base-de-Roc, St-Thomas CA-QC 45.97681, -73.370021 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/12/2026Aut Jean-Lesage, St-Mathieu-de-Beloeil CA-QC 45.58722, -73.284881 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

House Sparrow

14/22/2026

Fox Sparrow

14/22/2026

Dark-eyed Junco

24/22/2026

White-throated Sparrow

24/22/2026

Northern Cardinal

14/22/2026

Northern Harrier

14/21/2026

Canada Goose

254/21/2026

Mourning Dove

24/21/2026

Killdeer

14/21/2026

Turkey Vulture

14/21/2026

Northern Flicker

14/21/2026

Blue Jay

24/21/2026

American Crow

24/21/2026

Common Raven

14/21/2026

Tree Swallow

24/21/2026

European Starling

34/21/2026

American Robin

34/21/2026

Song Sparrow

24/21/2026

Red-winged Blackbird

14/21/2026

Common Grackle

24/21/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Listen for boreal specialties like Boreal Chickadee and Spruce Grouse.

  2. 2

    Check spruce and fir stands for crossbills and other irruptive finches.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit) for birding?
The best months to visit RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit) for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit)?
Notable species at RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit) include Boreal Chickadee, Spruce Grouse, Gray Jay, Black-backed Woodpecker, White-winged Crossbill. The area supports boreal/taiga, forest habitats.
How difficult is birding at RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit)?
Birding at RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit) is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit)?
RNF des Îles-de-Contrecoeur (accès interdit) offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.